2011 SSC Ultimate Aero vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 1149 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1990 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 SSC Ultimate Aero | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | SSC | Ford |
Model | Ultimate Aero | Falcon |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6350 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 1269 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6075 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |